This delicious soup is prepared with pre-cooked chestnuts, shallots, together with a gourmet wild mushroom mix (such as Hen-of-the wood, King Trumpet, Silver Oyster, Lion’s Mane, Poplar, and Shiitake mushrooms). Finally, we serve it with our homemade parmesan cream and roasted chestnut bits!Continue Reading
During this class, we will cook together GOUGERES AU FROMAGE (FRENCH CHEESE CHOUX PASTRY). Gougères au fromage are little choux pastry baked with Gruyère! They are ideal to serve as hors d’oeuvres or for an apéritif! Warning: they are extremely addictive because they are so delicious! They will be ready to serve as cocktail snack just before Thanksgiving!
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Tip For Preparing Homemade Dijon Mustard! Here is my own recipe to prepare my delicious homemade Dijon Mustard! This is so easy to make at home! Originally from France, the Dijon Mustard is now used all over the world to prepare sandwiches, vinaigrette, dressings or just as a dip whenContinue Reading
Learn how to cook French cuisine with Chez François! Each online cooking class will approximately last 90 minutes and LIMITED to 10 guests so please RESERVE your seat! The fee to attend the class is USD 25 that you can pay via Paypal, Zelle or Venmo.During this class, we will prepare my Tarte à la tomate et chèvre: Goat Cheese and Tomato tart! Always a winner at home! I am using Dijon mustard to spread on top of the dough with dried herbs. Fresh basil and a fresh lettuce as a side and dinner is served!Continue Reading
During this online class, we will cook the POULE-AU-POT! This delicious French Chicken Stew with vegetables is an emblematic French dish, perfect for Fall dinners! The chicken is cooked in my homemade broth with flavorful aromatics and seasoning, autumn vegetables and a few potatoes. Authentic and delicious! Don’t miss this class!Continue Reading
Tip For Preparing The Best Béchamel! Here is my own recipe to prepare my delicious Vermouth Béchamel! Usually prepared for most of my gratins, this classic French sauce is an important part of the following recipes: Veal Blanquette, Fish Pie, Ham and Zucchini Gratin, Asparagus and Salmon Lasagna, Zucchini and BeefContinue Reading
During this class, we will cook together the French Classic Patisserie: Tarte aux Pommes, a classic French Apple Tart made with buttery short-crust pastry. With frangipane and my favorite glaze for an attractive caramelized sheen, this delicious pie will be perfect as a soul-warming fall dessert on your table.Continue Reading
During this class, we will cook together my MEDITERRANEAN BURGER! I call it my decadent Mediterranean Burger because it includes roasted red bell peppers, toasted eggplant, breadcrumbs, mozzarella, fresh herbs, garlic, scallions, capers, anchovies (optional) and a nice spread of my homemade pesto (that we will prepare together). A vegetarian delight or delightful appetizer for everyone!Continue Reading
